The foremost investment advice anybody gives you is to diversify your investments towards different asset classes. A right asset mix must be based on your risk appetite, age, and financial goals.
The primary asset classes one can look at are equity funds, debt funds, cash, and gold. However, you are the best person to decide how you diversify your investments into these asset classes based on your financial plan.
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Let us look at each of these asset classes and find out what kind of investors must pick them up.
Based on your preferences, risk appetite, financial goals, and the time remaining to achieve them, you must carefully choose the right asset classes along in the right proportion. You are, then, definite to achieve your financial goals. Also, reconsider your portfolio distribution once in a while and make the necessary adjustments to have a smooth sail.
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